The Nature Observer News, a natural history journal about western Pennsylvania, ran from 1992 through 2005. It informed and entertained naturalists and nature enthusiasts with news, sightings and stories. Each issue contained an almanac, readers’ observations, a monthly phenology and a calendar of events. There was also a column of satire and humor by Will Trout.
The Nature Observer News had a loyal and an enthusiastic following. They insist there is a huge void in its absence. At the urging of the readers, I’ve created an on-line version, The Nature Observer’s Journal.
The latest entries on the Nature Observer’s Journal are:
Veeries (posted April 29, 2012)
The Transformation of an American Lady (posted April 28, 2012)
Mama Muscovy and the Fountain of Nocturnal Sanctuary (posted April 22, 2012)
Prairie Warbler Countdown (posted April 13, 2012)
Maples in Spring: a study in diversity (posted April 6, 2012)
The Inside Scoop on Spring Migration (posted March 29, 2012)
Gnatcatcher Spring (posted March 21, 2012)
Think spring -- visit the Nature Observer’s Wood Warbler Gallery
A photo gallery of Florida Birds,
a Photographic Migration calendar for western Pennsylvania,
and Waterfowl: ducks, geese and swans.
Look for charts, tables, checklists and study guides in the Nature Notes series.
Please attend one of the Nature Observer’s outings or programs.
Periodically, Will Trout will add another chapter to the Dimsdale Chronicles, his serialized account of his hometown.
Check out Will’s blog for his other work.
Check the Nature Observer’s Journal often. If you have any comments or
questions, please contact me.
If you are interested in a Nature Outing or program, contact me at kingrail@mac.com
